2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa (300 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Charger. (250 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 177 kg more than 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Charger (339 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa. (323 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa. 2009 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa has manual transmission. 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Charger | 348 TS Targa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2560 mm |
